The human body, naked, exposed, vulnerable, interests me as a subject matter. It is probably God's most fascinating creation.

From early childhood I have drawn people. In dissection classes and surgery, I was mesmerized by its design, structure and function. I prefer drawing from life. The challenge of drawing a living, complex person, who is ever changing, intrigues me.

The interplay of light on the human form stirs me to creativity, but my perspective as an artist is as a woman, and mother. I like to play around with the non-conventional ideas of male and female roles. The female form I choose to portray is erotic, sensual, defiant and masculine in posture. The male form strikes a non-traditional sexual pose.

For years I worked intensively in watercolors. In later years I broke free with oils. The textural element enhances the sensual nature of my work and the vibrant colors satisfy my craving for color. Sunshine and color are important for my well being so I keep painting - for the pure immediacy and pleasure of it; however, I still like to hold a pencil and draw.